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Very fine, english, circa 1940, alligator skin suitcase with ''harrod''s of london'' label, original satin lining and original high quality locks. The height of ''by gone era'' elegance with 21st century functionality at a fraction of the price of a new one. In excellent condition inside and out with no marks, scratches, splits, tears, cracks, or dry rot. 22''x15''x7''.

This item is sold -- hessian soldiers including very rare matching set of fire tools comprising tongs, shovel, poker and stand, cast iron with what appears to be mostly original paint decoration in good condition. The steel log holders that extend from the backs of the figures have been replaced with exact duplicates of the originals and like the originals are removable for ease of transport. The best-known pattern of early 19th century cast andirons is that of hessian soldiers. Several different new england foundries produced these and there are minor size and detail differences among them. It is believed that they were inspired by the dislike of the mercenary troops brought here by the british in the american revolution. Hence, they were being burned in effigy. American, circa 1900. Andirons measure 19-1/2'' high, 19-1/2'' deep, 10-1/2'' wide. Tools measure 29'' high, base 8-1/2''x6-1/2''. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 305bx status: for sale reference#: 1102078tb condition: very good year: circa 1900 country: american height: depth: width: title: andirons

Imaginatively carved head of a duck as a handle on a single branch to create a cane, fits the true definition of folk art, worthy of a cane collection, folk art collection or just for a stroll, in excellent original condition, probably american, circa 1900, 35 1/2'' long. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 63bx status: for sale reference#: 510210tb condition: very good year: circa 1900 country: american height: 35.5 in. (90.17 cm) title: walking stick

A very rare and complete set of figural fire tools comprised of a stand, shovel, poker, tongs and a broom, with handles in the form of hessian soldiers, cast iron with old, some original some apparently touched up decoration. These were made to match andirons of the same theme, american, circa 1900. See item # 1102078tb in our inventory. 30'' long. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 173bx status: for sale reference#: 5102105tb condition: very good year: circa 1900 country: american height: 30 in. (76.20 cm) depth: width: title: andirons

Hand carved walking stick from a single branch, in the form of a friendly snake ( it appears to be smiling), with carving and staining to simulate eyes, mouth, a diamond on its head and snake skin, with a braided leather band, no breaks, splits or missing pieces,sturdy enough for everyday use, a true example of american folk art, probably early 20th century, 34-1/2'' long. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 38bx status: for sale reference#: 4102107tb condition: excellent year: circa 1900 country: american height: 34.5 in. (87.63 cm) title: walking stick

Well carved head of a dog(appears to be some sort of hound), with glass eyes, a miniature leather collar with buckle, dark and light finish to emphasize features, a ferrule which appears to be bone and a shaft of a fairly dense light colored wood that looks like straight grained maple. A stylish early 20th century man''s fashion statement, in excellent condition and sturdy enough for everyday use, 34'' long, head is 2-1/2'' from snout to back of head. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 275bx status: for sale reference#: 4102108tb condition: excellent year: circa 1900 country: english height: 34 in. (86.36 cm) title: walking stick

Item Price : $595.00

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Andironshttp://www.antiques.com/classified/28968/Antique-Andirons

This item is sol --- an original set of cast iron andirons in the form of hessian soldiers with old paint decoration that may be original and that is a slight variation of the usual color scheme. The best-known pattern of early 19th century cast andirons is that of hessian soldiers. It is believed that they were inspired by the dislike of the mercenary troops brought here by the british in the american revolution. Hence, they were being burned in effigy. American, circa 1900. Height 19'', width 9'', depth 18''. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 101bx status: for sale reference#: 5102104tb condition: very good year: circa 1900 country: american height: 19 in. (48.26 cm) depth: 18 in. (45.72 cm) width: 9 in. (22.86 cm) title: andirons

This item is sold --- cast iron owl form andirons, several foundries made similar castings of this popular motif in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They can be differentiated by foundry marks and minor casting differences. The eyes are yellow glass with black pupils, marked ''made in usa'', ''3000 2''. Height 14-1/2'', width 7'', depth 15''. We have many other andirons not pictured email or call to inquire.We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 300bx status: for sale reference#: 1102076tb condition: very good year: circa 1890 country: american height: 14.5 in. (36.83 cm) depth: 15 in. (38.10 cm) width: 7 in. (17.78 cm) title: andirons

Rare and desirable bird''s-eye-maple (strongly figured) five drawer sidelock chest of drawers in the american eastlake style, with oak, cherry and various secondary woods, an unusual compact size (32''w.X 20''d.X 43''h.), circa 1880, in excellent condition, with correct solid cast brass eastlake style replacement drawer pulls. The design was first made popular by arbiter of taste and author, englishman charles eastlake in his book ''hints on household taste'', first published in 1868. It became widely read in america and was reprinted several times. The style remained popular through the end of the 19th c. The style''s clean lines and use of quality materials was a reaction to the then perceived over-designed styles and often poor quaility that preceeded it. It remains fresh and appropriate today. We accept time payments and quantity discounts, free delivery available with a 250 mile radius of cape cod. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 459bx status: for sale reference#: 3102098tb condition: excellent year: circa 1880 country: american height: 43 in. (109.22 cm) depth: 20 in. (50.80 cm) width: 32 in. (81.28 cm) title: bird''s eye maple chest style: eastlake

Item Price : $2400.00

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Candlestickshttp://www.antiques.com/classified/28978/Candlesticks

Barley twist, open work double twist design, hand carved oak, with brass drip trays, english, circa 1890, in very good original condition, a near pair (one base is slightly smaller in diameter than the other), with original cork bottom protectors. 12-1/2'' high. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 85bx status: for sale reference#: 3102092tb condition: very good year: circa 1890 country: english height: 12.5 in. (31.75 cm) title: candlesticks

Finely hand hooked wool on burlap, imaginary birds and unicorns, a pearl k. Mcgown design. She was a rug designer and creator who was an important influence in the art of rug hooking in the early 20th century. The design is perhaps inspired by renaissance tapestries. In excellent unused condition, mid 20th century. 20''x25-1/2''. A delightful wall hanging - we can have a sleeve made so it is ready for hanging. We accept time payments and quantity discounts, ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 118bx status: for sale reference#: 2102084tb condition: excellent year: mid 20th century country: american maker: pearl k. Mcgown design height: 25.5 in. (64.77 cm) width: 20 in. (50.80 cm) title: hooked rug

19th century french country fruitwood table with drawer in the end, pull out extension in the other and scalloped apron. Attractive aged surface, sturdy, comfortably seats six. Height 30'', width 30-1/2'', length 59'', distance between legs at end of table is 20'', distance between bottom of apron and floor is 24''. A similar, but larger example is also available (item # 10081936tb) and can be seen on our site. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** status: for sale reference#: 310101bd condition: very good year: circa 1860 country: french height: 30 in. (76.20 cm) depth: 59 in. (149.86 cm) width: 30.5 in. (77.47 cm) title: dining table

An early example of the ''carolina lily'' (the lily was a very popular design motif in mid 19th century quilting and the pattern had different names in different parts of the country:''wood lily'' in northern new england, ''meadow lily'' in pennsylvania, ''mountain lily'' in kentucky and tennessee and ''north carolina lily'' throughout the south). This example has a rare ink inscription which states ''made by julia crumb, old mystic(connecticut) 1845-1850. Property of mrs. L.M. Allyn'' pieced and appliqued cotton, 7-8 stitches per inch, 90'' x 90'', in remarkably good condition for its age, with minor fading in a few areas, several small stains. Professionally washed and with very minor repair. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** we guarantee the authenticity of our merchandise as represented. Members of: the antiques council, the cape cod antique dealers association (ccada). ** 322bx status: for sale reference#: 1102075tb condition: very good year: 1845-1850 country: american maker: made by julia crumb, old mystic(connecticut) height: 90 in. (228.60 cm) width: 90 in. (228.60 cm) title: quilt